Paralegal

Compensation

• Salary Range: $75,000–$95,000 annually.
• Final compensation based on relevant experience, qualifications, and organizational needs.

Relocation Assistance

Lakewood Church may consider relocation support for qualified candidates moving to the Houston area, including reasonable pre‑approved moving expenses, travel, temporary housing, and other relocation‑related costs.

Signing Bonus

Lakewood Church may offer a signing bonus to an exceptionally qualified candidate whose experience closely matches the needs of the Legal Department. The amount, terms, payment timing, and any repayment obligation will be detailed in the written offer of employment.

Position Summary

Provide high‑level legal administrative support, serve as liaison between the Legal Department and departmental staff and leaders, manage heavy calendars, coordinate meetings, trainings, and events, handle communications, and perform a wide range of administrative, financial, and legal document duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Departmental and Administrative Support: Serve as liaison, manage calendars, coordinate meetings/training/events, prioritize multiple projects, answer and route phone calls, draft and distribute correspondence, perform general office support (copying, faxing, databases, mail merges, mass mailings, meeting notes, agendas), deliver internal and external mail, and handle special projects as assigned.
• Financial and Travel Administration: Prepare purchase orders, contracts, travel authorizations, and check requests; process expense reports and reimbursements; review and file monthly financial and budget reports; complete and submit annual insurance renewal applications; arrange travel, lodging, and transportation as needed.
• Meetings, Communications, and Presentations: Facilitate conference calls and in‑person meetings, manage electronic communications, assist with preparation of presentation materials, and draft letters, memos, policies, board minutes, and other documents.
• Legal Documents, Contracts, and Records: Draft and maintain release documents, assist with trademark and copyright administration, create and update status timelines for claims and lawsuits, receive, log, and file executed contracts, maintain a contract‑log spreadsheet, assist in contract administration across city, state, federal, national, and global jurisdictions, update department‑specific spreadsheets and timelines, and renew Sales and Use Tax certificates for select states.
• Copyright, Media, and Intellectual Property: Administer the Copyright Department by monitoring, responding to, and maintaining copyright email inquiries; conduct renewals of music and video licenses; manage copyrighted musical works and overall music management; maintain publishing permission agreement spreadsheets; report fraudulent activity on social media platforms; and assist with removal of fake social media sites, websites, and other infringing material as directed.
• Personnel, Ministry, and Internships: Organize and facilitate the quarterly legal internship program; facilitate and maintain new and recurring ministerial ordination/licensing for pastors, staff, and non‑staff; assist in administration of international offices and facilitate communication between Lakewood Church and its international offices; establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Professional Expectations: Handle sensitive and confidential information with tact, discretion, and diplomacy; work under pressure and time constraints while handling changing priorities; be willing to work extended hours and remain on call as needed; and maintain professional appearance and conduct.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of directly related experience.
• Commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, mission, values, and core beliefs.
• High motivation, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proactive self‑starter requiring minimal oversight.
• Strong electronic file management skills.
• Ability to conduct research via internet and legal platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Practical Law).
• Ability to perform a wide range of secretarial and administrative functions needed for Legal Department operations.
• Effective project management skills, including prioritization and organization to meet deadlines.
• Strong listening skills and ability to defuse, handle, or route calls appropriately.
• Ability to think clearly, analyze problems, and escalate matters to the appropriate department leader in a timely manner.
• Professional appearance and conduct; courteous, prompt, and detail‑oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and as a strong team player.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality.
• High critical‑thinking skills.

Education

• Paralegal Certification or equivalent work experience.
• Some college coursework preferred.

Ministerial Duties

As an employee of Lakewood Church, you are part of a 60‑year legacy of faith and serve as a spiritual leader. Responsibilities include communicating the Church’s beliefs and mission to congregants, maintaining a lifestyle consistent with Scripture, belonging to the Church community, regular attendance at services and classes, serving as a Prayer Partner or volunteer in any ministry, and participating in local outreach as needed.